✨ [Tiferes] AI Future Newsletter - Issue #17

Author

Clark Valberg
September 26, 2023 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes

Welcome to AI Future - your weekly one-stop shop for all things AI.

Amazon is investing a whopping $4B in Anthropic to supercharge its AI capabilities and close the gap with rivals. As Anthropic shifts its software to Amazon Web Services (AWS), what groundbreaking advancements could this power duo unleash? Keep reading to find out.

Meanwhile, AI is gaining usability FAST. As of January 2023, Microsoft 365 had 345 million paid seats and they are all getting exposure to Microsoft’s new AI Copilot. ChatGPT, Roblox, and other major players are integrating voice interfaces to make AI easy to talk to.

The easier AI gets to use, the more ubiquitous it becomes. Be sure to check out some of the game-changing tools making AI easy to use.

  • 💸 Amazon Betting $4B on Anthropic AI

  • 🍬 Microsoft Customers Are In For A Treat

  • 🗣️ ChatGPT & Roblox Adding Voice Capabilities

  • 🛠️ AI Tools & Guides That Can Build Themselves

📰 AI in the News

Amazon's Strategic Move in AI: A $4 Billion Investment in Anthropic

Amazon is making a significant leap in the AI arena by investing as much as $4 billion in Anthropic, a startup specializing in generative artificial intelligence. This investment will give Amazon a minority stake in the company and is part of a larger collaborative effort. The aim is to develop foundation models that will power generative AI systems, a sector where Amazon has been perceived as lagging behind competitors like Microsoft.

As part of the deal, Anthropic will migrate most of its software to Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amazon's cloud computing platform. This move will enable Anthropic to leverage AWS's custom chips, designed specifically for training complex AI models. The collaboration is expected to yield significant advancements in AI capabilities, benefiting both parties in terms of technological innovation and market positioning.

This investment is not just a financial move for Amazon; it's a strategic play to accelerate its initiatives in the AI space. By partnering with Anthropic, Amazon aims to catch up and compete more effectively in the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. The deal underscores the growing importance of AI in shaping the future of technology and highlights Amazon's commitment to being a key player in this domain. Full Story

Microsoft Copilot: Your Everyday AI Companion Unveiled

Microsoft has announced the launch of Microsoft Copilot, an AI-powered assistant designed to seamlessly integrate with your daily tasks across various platforms. This new offering aims to unify AI capabilities across Microsoft's suite of products, including Windows 11, Microsoft 365, Edge, and Bing.

Copilot is engineered to understand the context of your work and web activities, offering real-time assistance while prioritizing user privacy and security. Imagine your tech ecosystem not just responding to commands, but actually understanding the context of your activities.

This is big news for the industry because it signals a move toward AI ubiquity, potentially influencing competitors to follow suit.

The assistant will be part of the free update to Windows 11, rolling out on September 26, and will also be available across Bing, Edge, and Microsoft 365 this fall. With over 150 new features in the next Windows 11 update, Copilot will bring AI-powered enhancements to apps like Paint, Photos, and Clipchamp. Microsoft 365 Copilot will be generally available for enterprise customers starting November 1, 2023, and will include a new AI assistant called Microsoft 365 Chat.

Microsoft's move to integrate Copilot across its most-used applications signifies a strategic step towards a unified AI experience, aiming to make technology more accessible and efficient for users. Full Story

More Stories

  • Microsoft's AI Oopsie: Terabytes of Sensitive Data Exposed (link)

  • AI Startup Aims for Climate-Resilient Agriculture (link)

  • OpenAI's ChatGPT Now Speaks, Not Just Types (link)

  • Alpha3D: The Future of Digital Asset Creation with AI (link)

  • Meta Targets Young Users with 'Sassy' and 'Curious' AI Chatbots (link)

  • Salesforce Acquires Airkit AI to Enhance Customer Experience (link)

  • Roblox Acquires Speechly for Voice Moderation & Interface (link)

  • YouTube Leverages AI for Enhanced Content Moderation (link)

  • China Builds Mega AI Chip Factory Amid Global Race (link)

  • AI-Enabled Air Vehicle Passes Tactical Testing (link)

💡 Industry Insights

🏥 Healthcare

AI-Boosted Ultrasound: GE Healthcare has secured a $44 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop AI-assisted ultrasound technology. The grant aims to accelerate the development and deployment of this innovative technology in healthcare settings. (link)

Zuckerberg's AI for Life Sciences: Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's philanthropy venture is planning to build an AI-powered computing system specifically for life sciences research. The system aims to study human cells and diseases, potentially revolutionizing the field. (link)

Neuralink's Human Trials: Elon Musk's Neuralink is now accepting volunteers for human trials of its brain-computer interface. The trials are open to individuals 22 and older with quadriplegia or ALS. The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of the implant, which could enable people with paralysis to control external devices with their thoughts. (link)

🏠 Real Estate

Meet Maya: Fredrik Eklund, former star of "Million Dollar Listing," introduces Maya, the world's first AI-powered real estate expert, offers a unique personality and capabilities beyond existing platforms like Zillow and Redfin. Fredrik believes Maya will dramatically change the way open houses are conducted in the coming years. (link)

AI-Enhanced Property Management: AppFolio, a software company specializing in property management solutions, is integrating generative AI technology to offer advanced payment options. The new feature aims to streamline transactions and enhance the overall experience for both property managers and tenants. (link)

⚖️Legal

JusticeText for Public Defenders: JusticeText automates the transcription of evidence like body cam footage for public defenders, easing their workload. The platform also includes a ChatGPT-powered tool, MirandaAI, for attorneys to ask questions about their discovery. (link)

Music & AI Regulation: The Verge explores the ethical and legal implications of using generative AI to replicate artists' voices in music. As AI technologies advance, the industry grapples with questions about consent, copyright, and the potential for exploitation. Legal experts and musicians alike are calling for clearer regulations to navigate this complex landscape. (link)

📈 Venture Deals

  • Mapbox secures $280 million in funding led by SoftBank, aiming to revolutionize automated driving and safety with AI. (link)

  • Openly raises $100 million in a Series D round to streamline home insurance processes through AI, serving 30,000 agents across 21 U.S. states. (link)

  • Writer, an enterprise-focused generative AI startup, attracts $100 million in funding. (link)

  • Pryon secures $100 million to develop a "trusted AI knowledge fabric" that organizes unstructured content within organizations. (link)

  • Legit Security raises $40 million to bolster the security of AI applications. (link)

  • HiddenLayer garners $50 million to implement AI safeguards. (link)

  • Darrow attracts $35 million to utilize AI in detecting legal violations. (link)

  • Series AI secures $7.9 million for AI-powered game-building tools. (link)

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